The One+One Brunch Sees Sweet Success

Brunch holds a special place in the hearts of New Orleanians, and the One+One Brunch made our local favorite just a little sweeter. In addition to getting a delicious plate of piping hot New Orleans’ favorites, each patron’s ticket provided one meal for someone who is homeless in New Orleans.

Shrimp and grits, Emeril’s breakfast casserole and breakfast tacos were the specials of the morning, all served with a side of petite breakfast potatoes and a great big helping of love.

The One+One Brunch fundraiser replicated exactly what the Crescent City Cafe normally does - except instead of providing breakfast, free-of-charge, to people who are homeless, it asked the community to support its mission. Patrons purchased $10 tickets that paid for their meal plus one future meal for someone who is homeless or low-income in New Orleans.

The fundraiser allowed the community to get involved with the Crescent City Cafe - outside of the young adults who volunteer on any given Saturday morning - and the community’s response was fantastic. Some offered to spread the word and sell tickets, others came to volunteer, still others made donations even if they couldn’t attend and some simply came to support the cafe and eat a great meal. We surely can’t blame them!

The money raised from the One+One Brunch will provide the funds for nearly three cafes in the future! The Crescent City Cafe gives a shout out and BIG thank you to all who helped  and to all who came to eat.